UNSPSC 51173007: Hemorrhoidal/hydrocortisone

This classification denotes a combination drug defined by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in its (VA's) National Drug File (NDF), which falls under VA Drug Class RS202. This VA Drug Class (RS202) classifies this compound as belonging to the group HEMORRHOIDAL PREPARATIONS WITH STEROID.

UNSPSC 51173007 Hemorrhoidal/hydrocortisone is a Commodity code whose recent state and local activity shows a marked mismatch between the nominal scope and actual procurement. The two recent opportunities tagged under this code are a liquid aluminum sulfate (alum) chemical supply contract for wastewater treatment and a medical aid supplies procurement for a fire rescue department — neither of which aligns with topical hemorrhoidal or hydrocortisone preparations. The code appears to see little relevant recent activity in its stated scope; the opportunities on record suggest either tagging error or that state and local procurement offices are using the code outside its intended category.

The issuing bodies on record are the City of Austin (IFB 2200 CSH1061, posted July 27, 2026, due August 25, 2026) and the City of Tampa Fire Rescue Department (ITB 25-P-00157, posted April 24, 2026, due April 9, 2025). The Austin solicitation sought unpackaged liquid aluminum sulfate at 47%-49% concentration for phosphorus removal in wastewater treatment, with an estimated annual quantity of 179,200 gallons, local and small business preferences of 3–5% discount available, and NSF and AWWA B403 compliance required. The Tampa solicitation sought 32 line items of first aid and medical supplies including antiseptic sprays, hydrogen peroxide, aspirin, pain relievers, bandages, and emergency blankets, with set-aside discounts for City-certified Small Local Business Enterprises and Underutilized Woman and Minority Owned Business Enterprises, and a total department budget of $100,000. Geographic activity appears limited to Texas and Florida based on recent postings. Given the scope misalignment, firms pursuing hemorrhoidal or hydrocortisone-related products should confirm category coding with issuing bodies before pursuing opportunities tagged to this code.